The legendary Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal had a heart attack while playing in a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) game on Monday. This shocked the cricket world.  The event happened at BKSP Tamim, who was captaining Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club, had a terrible chest pain.

At first, Tamim thought it was a gastric issue, but he kept playing after getting medical help.  But his situation got worse, so he had to be rushed to the hospital.  He was rushed to KPJ Specialised Hospital & Nursing College in Savar, where doctors did an ultrasound and found that an artery was stopped.  Right away, a stent (ring) was put in his heart to get the blood flowing again.

As the news of Tamim’s health scare spread, cricketers from around the world extended their support and well wishes. Sri Lankan pace legend Lasith Malinga took to social media, urging Tamim to keep fighting. "Wishing Tamim a speedy and full recovery! Keep fighting, just like you always have on the field!" – Lasith Malinga on Facebook

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) also expressed concern and support, posting, "Get well soon, Tamim Iqbal. The entire cricket fraternity is praying for you."

Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, has personally asked about Tamim's health, and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is in regular contact with his doctors.

Tamim is still in the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) and is being closely watched by doctors.  Doctors have told him to stay home and rest until he feels better.